Top Tampa Self-guided Tours

Tampa is a city of many cultures, communities, and cuisines. Cruise around in a street-legal golf cart and discover local secrets, history, and culture from a local guide. Ride around multiple parts of the city where you’ll pass by the city's most expensive neighborhoods, historic Ybor City, restaurants, shops, and much more. All you have to do is sit back and relax as you enjoy the best of Tampa.

Explore one of Florida's most picturesque harbors on this Tampa history cruise that transports travelers back in time across stunning blue waters. See the real-life pirate ship known as Gabriella up close and take in views of million-dollar homes, popular museums, and the famous 'Plant Hotel' as you listen to expert commentary about the city's rich past.

Step into a world of suspense with "Death in the Shadows," an interactive, self-guided murder mystery walking tour in Tampa. A famous blogger was found dead on a ghost tour. The police are stumped, and it’s up to your team to crack the case! Was the killer her obsessed boyfriend, or the tour guide? Starting at the Glazer Children's Museum, you become the lead detectives. Navigate downtown Tampa, unlocking hidden gems and iconic landmarks like the Tampa Theatre by solving 12 location-based puzzles on your smartphone. What makes this the perfect Tampa adventure: Total Flexibility: No strict schedules. Start anytime, pause for lunch at the Riverwalk, and resume at your own pace. Highly Interactive: Don't just listen to a guide. You are the main character, actively exploring the city. Perfect Group Activity: Great for date night, team-building, or family fun. Unbeatable Value: One ticket covers your entire team!

Embark on an engaging scavenger hunt through the historic streets of Tampa, Florida! Explore the quaint and beautiful historic downtown. See the historic sights like the Tampa Bay Hotel, Woolworth Sit In Site, Fort Brooke Cemetery, Tampa Riverwalk, and much more. Explore and see the many unique shops, restaurants and sights. Go at your own pace and see the best of what Tampa has to offer. Ready to discover Tampa in a whole new way? Let the adventure begin!

At Busch Gardens Tampa, a 335-acre African-themed animal park, enjoy the ultimate family adventure. The park has one of the largest zoos in North America, with more than 12,000 animals. There are also exciting rides, live shows, restaurants, shops, and games. Experience fun and adventure for the whole family. Upgrade to include admission to Adventure Island Tampa, SeaWorld Orlando, and Aquatica, SeaWorld’s waterpark.

Spend your afternoon soaking up the sun in Tampa with water sport rentals. Choose from a stand up paddle board, a jet ski, or a single or tandem kayak for your on-water adventure. These exciting sports also provide an engaging workout as you paddle through the water. As you drift through the water, be sure to keep an eye out for local wildlife swimming below.

An immersive clue-solving adventure around Tampa's vibrant Ybor. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget! Reschedule anytime with no fees. It's a scavenger hunt, escape room, and urban crawl all-in-one. Follow the storyline around town as you find clues and use them to crack codes. Then enter solutions on the app to find out where to go next. Clues can be anywhere - murals, statues, landmarks, and more! Plan on about two hours of playtime, depending on your experience level and how much time you spend exploring along the way. Difficulty level is adjustable - take as many or as few hints as you’d like! Bookings made a week or more in advance receive their kit in the mail. Bookings made less than a week in advance will pick up their kit at the start point on the day of the adventure - pickup address provided after booking.

If you like the idea of a tour but don't want to spend the day with strangers, this private boat charter with crew is ideal. You'll be picked up from a convenient location in downtown Tampa or your hotel, and after that, the itinerary is up to you. Choose from a list of popular highlights and spend either a half day (1-2 stops) or a full day (2-4 stops) cruising the area.

Many celebrity homes in Tampa can only be reached by boat. This Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour takes you out on Tampa Bay to the canals near Davis Islands without having to rent a boat. Catch sight of famous folks’ homes, including baseball players, football players, and actors and actresses. Most tours also run into dolphins in the water as they cruise.

Discover what skydiving feels like without the throw-yourself-out-of-a-plane part during an indoor experience in Florida. At iFLY Tampa, you'll "fly" inside a vertical wind tunnel, which mimics the free-fall of skydiving. Training is provided, and no experience is required.

See city sights without fighting the crowds on land during this Tampa Private Charter. This cruise will take you around with just you and your private group to see city sights or marine life (or both). You can count on your guide knowing the best areas on the water to see things, or you can customize your time to what you’re most interested in—it’s all up to you.

"Dive into adventure with us, your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, we guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! With us, every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Let’s Roam and make every day an adventure! "

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Explore Tampa like never before on this interactive scavenger hunt walking activity. Discover the city’s fascinating history, from its origins at Fort Brooke to its vibrant identity as 'Cigar City'. As you traverse the scenic 2.5-mile route, take in landmarks like the stunning Bayshore Boulevard and Amalie Arena while snapping photos and solving fun puzzles. This self-guided adventure allows you to set your own pace, making it perfect for families, friends, or couples looking to enjoy a unique day out. Dive into trivia about baseball legends and local lore, all through the convenience of an interactive app.

Operation City Quest of Tampa is a great way to see the city! Use an app to submit photos of items you find around the city and challenges you complete for points. The items and challenges can be completed in any order you prefer! See your score on the app leaderboard to see how you compare. The scavenger hunt includes a remote host to help via chat along the way. Come discover Tampa.

Save money whilst enjoying access to Tampa's attractions with the Tampa Bay CityPASS. Ideal for travelers who want to see as much of the area as possible, choose from a selection of five attractions to visit. This includes Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay, The Florida Aquarium, ZooTampa at Lowry Park, The Tropics Boat Tours, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Museum of Science & Innovation (MOSI), or Glazer Children's Museum.

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

Explore Tampa effortlessly with our E-Bike Rentals! We offer premium electric bike rentals delivered right to your door—whether you're staying at a hotel, Airbnb, or just want a fun way to get around town. Cruise along the Riverwalk, explore scenic bayside trails, or discover hidden gems at your own pace. Our e-bikes are easy to use, well-maintained, and perfect for both locals and visitors looking to experience Tampa in a unique and eco-friendly way.

3Quest Challenge scavenger hunt of Tampa, takes you on an adventurous walk around the city. To play 3Quest Challenge, you'll use an app to collect points by finding items around the city using an app on your phone. You can also perform challenges to gain points. Check out the rankings in the app when you're done to see your score compared to other teams across the nation. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Tampa.

What truly sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to crafting your perfect on-the-water experience. Forget cookie-cutter tours – from inquiry, we work closely with you to understand your vision: lively celebrations, serene sunsets, adventurous sandbar/island exploration, even romantic proposals. Our experienced licensed local captains are your guides, dedicated to a safe, fun, unforgettable, and tailored adventure. Like choosing a premium hotel, our luxurious 38' boat offers superior comfort and enjoyment. Imagine basking on the large sun-pad, escaping the sun's heat with the AC, easy water access using the swim ladder, and even enjoying tunes from your phone through bluetooth. For everyone's comfort and enjoyment, the convenient stateroom offers a perfect space for a nap and some downtime, complemented by the onboard bathroom and refrigerator. We offer more than a rental – a personalized gateway to Tampa Bay's magic. Ready for your dream day? Inquire now!

If you’ve got the time to race around Tampa Bay then Crazy Dash has a fun-filled activity for you. Download their app and play a unique scavenger hunt right from your phone. Allow your friends to join, helping you solve clues or completing challenges for themselves to earn points. You’ll hop around the city trying to check off a list of items. The best part? The game is not timed so you can take your time exploring this beautiful city.

Avoid the rush and the crowds of typical bar crawls and explore Tampa's nightlife with this app-led, unique scavenger hunt. Instead of exploring the city’s cultural, historic, or artistic sites, you and your group bounce between bars, finding clues, solving puzzles, and taking hilarious pictures to earn points. There are even video challenges to complete at various pubs, dive bars, and clubs to become the Bar Hunt Champion.

Zombie Scavengers takes you on an adventure in Tampa to survive the zombie apocalypse! Use our app and some strategy to find a list of items needed to survive, in any order you'd prefer, around the city. Find the survival items to get points and do fun zombie themed challenges for points as well. Contrive a plan to get your survival team the most points in order to survive the apocalypse! Your remote host will follow along virtually and provide support if you need it. Can you survive the apocalypse in Tampa?